- The ultraviolet absorber market is witnessing steady growth due to increasing demand across plastic, coating, and personal care industries, as consumers seek more durable and UV-resistant products
- Manufacturers are focusing on enhancing the efficiency of ultraviolet absorbers to meet evolving application needs, ensuring better protection and longer product life across various end-use sectors
- North America dominated the ultraviolet absorber market with the largest revenue share in 2024, driven by widespread use in plastics and coatings, especially across the automotive and construction sectors
- The Asia-Pacific region is expected to witness the highest growth rate in the global ultraviolet absorber (UV) market, driven by rapid industrialization, expanding packaging and construction sectors, and increasing demand for UV-protective plastics and coatings in countries such as China, Japan, and India
- The benzotriazole segment dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2024, owing to its superior ultraviolet absorption efficiency and compatibility with a wide range of polymer systems. Its thermal stability and effectiveness in protecting materials from UV-induced degradation make it the preferred choice across various industrial applications, including automotive and packaging. In addition, benzotriazole compounds offer longer-lasting protection, reducing the frequency of maintenance and material replacement
